1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 376 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Firebird | Rexton |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |